Weekly Address: Rewarding Women’s Hard Work and Increasing the Minimum Wage
WASHINGTON, DC— In this week’s address, President Obama highlighted the importance of making sure our economy rewards the hard work of every American – including America’s women. The President reiterated…
Remarks by the First Lady at Stanford Center at Peking University
Beijing, China MRS. OBAMA: (Applause.) Thank you. Well, ni-hao. (Laughter.) It is such a pleasure and an honor to be here with all of you at this great university, so…
Remarks by the First Lady in Video Conference with Students at Peking University and Stanford University in California
Stanford Center at Peking University Beijing, China 11:57 A.M. CST DR. CUELLAR Well, we’re joined by somebody who also happens to be interested in this discussion. (Laughter.) And just to…
Vice President Biden to Travel to Nashua, New Hampshire
WASHINGTON, DC – On Tuesday, March 25, Vice President Biden will travel to Nashua, New Hampshire, for an event highlighting workforce development and the value of on-the-job training opportunities. Additional…
Statement by the Press Secretary on Blocking of Twitter in Turkey
The United States is deeply concerned that the Turkish government has blocked its citizens’ access to basic communication tools. We oppose this restriction on the Turkish people’s access to information,…
Readout of the President’s Call with Prime Minister Salam of Lebanon
President Obama called Prime Minister Salam today to congratulate him on the Lebanese parliament’s approval of the Prime Minister’s cabinet. The President commended the leadership of President Sleiman and Prime…
Readout of the President’s meeting with CEOs
Today, the President and senior members of his team met with Executives from several leading U.S. tech companies as part of a continuing dialogue with the private sector, civil society,…
Remarks by First Lady Michelle Obama and Madame Peng Before Tour of Beijing Normal School
Beijing Normal School Beijing, China 9:35 PAM. CST MADAME PENG: (As Interpreted.) Mrs. Michelle Obama, Mrs. Marian Robinson, Malia and Sasha, first of all, let me extend a very warm…
Remarks by the First Lady Michelle Obama and President Xi Jinping of China
Diaoyutai Guest Houses Beijing, China 6:07 P.M. CST PRESIDENT XI: (As interpreted.) Mrs. Michelle Obama, may I start by extending my warm welcome to you, to your mother, Mrs. Robinson,…
Statement by President Obama on Nowruz
To view the President’s video message, click HERE. Dorood. As you and your families gather around the Nowruz table, I want to extend my best wishes on this new spring…